Joseph T. Henley Middle School

5880 Rockfish Gap Turnpike
Crozet, VA 22932
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 20%
Serving 847 students in grades 6-8, Joseph T. Henley Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Virginia state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Virginia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Virginia state average of 56% (majority Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 847 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 20% in VA
  • : 81% (Top 30%)
  • : 89% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 5%)
  • : The attendance zone for Joseph T. Henley Middle School is located in the northwest part of Crozet, VA, covering approximately 240.4 square miles. Families in this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 10.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 15.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Joseph T. Henley Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Joseph T. Henley Middle School's student population of 847 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
847 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Year Founded
1966

School Rankings

Joseph T. Henley Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,773 schools in Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph T. Henley Middle School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (VA)
#231 out of 1773 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

81%
68%

Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
89%
69%

Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

(20-21)
80-89%
59%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
4%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
8%
20%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Black
2%
21%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

White
80%
44%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
7%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
20%
0.35

Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
13.1%
19.1%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
57%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%

Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Joseph T. Henley Middle School's ranking?
Joseph T. Henley Middle School is ranked #231 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Virginia.
What schools are Joseph T. Henley Middle School often compared to?
Joseph T. Henley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeside Middle School, Journey Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% VA state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% VA state average).
How many students attend Joseph T. Henley Middle School?
847 students attend Joseph T. Henley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Joseph T. Henley Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph T. Henley Middle School?
Joseph T. Henley Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Virginia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Joseph T. Henley Middle School offer ?
Joseph T. Henley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph T. Henley Middle School part of?
Joseph T. Henley Middle School is part of Albemarle County School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 847 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 20%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 81% (Top 30%)
  • : 89% (Top 10%)
  • : 80-89% (Top 5%)
  • : The attendance zone for Joseph T. Henley Middle School is located in the northwest part of Crozet, VA, covering approximately 240.4 square miles. Families in this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 10.1 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 15.9 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), VA Dept. of Education

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